famine
US /ˈfæm.ɪn/
UK /ˈfæm.ɪn/
名词
饥荒, 饥馑
extreme scarcity of food
示例:
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The country is facing a severe famine after years of drought.
多年干旱后，该国正面临严重的饥荒。
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Aid organizations are working to prevent a widespread famine.
援助组织正在努力防止大范围的饥荒。